Canadian utilities provider modernizes project management with ServiceNow SPM

Results

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6-week pilot delivered on an accelerated timeline
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Core project management capabilities successfully implemented
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Standardized processes aligned with industry best practices
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Scalable foundation for future portfolio management

Applications

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THE CLIENT

Advancing operational excellence in energy production

A Canadian utilities provider focused on sustainable growth sought to modernize its project management capabilities to better support strategic execution and long-term planning.

“The project was well scoped and delivered exactly as expected, enabling us to achieve our objectives on a tight timeline.”

— Client representative

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THE CHALLENGE

Lack of standardization and limited visibility 

 

The organization’s project management processes were fragmented, making it difficult to maintain consistency, enforce governance, and generate accurate reporting.

Without a centralized system, teams faced challenges in:

  • Aligning projects to strategic goals
  • Forecasting outcomes with confidence
  • Scaling project management practices across the enterprise

The organization needed a modern platform — and a fast, low-risk way to validate it.

 

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THE SOLUTION

A focused pilot to establish a scalable foundation

The organization partnered with Ondaro to deliver a rapid pilot implementation of ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM).

The engagement focused on aligning current practices with platform best practices while enabling immediate value.

Key solution components included:

Environment & Process Alignment
Existing project management practices were mapped to ServiceNow SPM, creating a standardized framework aligned with industry best practices.

SPM Configuration
Core project management functionality was configured, including workflows, templates, roles, and reporting structures to support governance and execution.

Rapid Deployment Approach
The pilot leveraged a configuration-first strategy to accelerate delivery while maintaining scalability for future expansion.

Training & Knowledge Transfer
Recorded training sessions and enablement ensured internal teams were equipped to manage and evolve the platform independently.

 

THE RESULTS

Immediate value with long-term impact

Within just six weeks, the organization successfully validated the platform and achieved its pilot objectives.

Key outcomes included:

  • Standardized and modernized project management processes
  • Improved reporting and forecasting capabilities
  • A scalable foundation for broader portfolio management
  • Reduced risk in future transformation phases

The pilot provided a clear path forward for expanding ServiceNow SPM across the enterprise.

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THE PARTNER EXPERIENCE

Aligned delivery with measurable outcomes

Ondaro delivered a structured, outcome-driven engagement that aligned closely with the organization’s goals.

From initial scoping through delivery, the collaboration ensured that:

  • Expectations were clearly defined and met
  • Deliverables aligned with business objectives
  • Value was realized within a compressed timeline

The result was a successful pilot that positioned the organization for continued transformation.

 

LET'S INNOVATE TOGETHER!
 

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